Personally, I experience success when I enjoy what I'm doing. I love the creative process, even if the end result isn't embraced by anyone else.
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I always did what I thought was interesting. I always just did what caught my fantasy. Looking like a woman, that was never the criteria for me. It was always to do drag. And drag is not gender-specific. Drag is just drag. It's exaggeration.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-expression and creativity over conforming to gender norms.
RuPaul's quote highlights the essence of drag as an art form that transcends traditional gender boundaries. It celebrates individuality and creativity, suggesting that true expression comes from doing what fascinates and inspires you, rather than adhering to societal expectations. This perspective encourages people to embrace exaggeration and their unique interpretations of identity.
Themes
Self-ExpressionCreativityDragGenderIndividuality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire artists during a creative workshop.
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